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Summary:
Ten years after the tragic death of Ramya, a student at Gnanambikai Government Arts College for Women, the Tamil Nadu State Human Rights Commission (SHRC) has ruled the college authorities were negligent, leading to a violation of the victim’s human rights. The SHRC recommends the government pay ₹3 lakh in compensation to Ramya’s legal heirs. The incident occurred when Ramya and a friend were accidentally locked on the college terrace. While attempting to climb down, Ramya fell to her death. The SHRC criticized the lack of inquiry into the incident and the apparent lack of concern shown by the college and the Director of Collegiate Education.
News Article:
SHRC Orders Compensation in 2015 College Death Case
CHENNAI, November 17, 2025 – The State Human Rights Commission (SHRC) has ordered the Tamil Nadu government to pay ₹3 lakh in compensation to the legal heirs of Ramya, a student who died in a tragic accident at Gnanambikai Government Arts College for Women in Mayiladuthurai a decade ago. The incident occurred on October 14, 2015.
Ramya, 19, and a friend were reportedly locked on the college terrace by a watchman unaware of their presence. While attempting to climb down, Ramya fell, succumbing to her injuries at Thanjavur Medical College Hospital.
The SHRC took suo motu cognizance of the report and launched an investigation, calling for reports from multiple officials. The Commission found “clear negligence” on the part of the college authorities and the Director of Collegiate Education. The SHRC expressed concern over the lack of inquiry into the circumstances surrounding Ramya’s death and the attitude of officials who submitted reports to the commission.
The Commission concluded that the college authorities, including the watchman, failed to ensure the safety of the students, violating Ramya’s human rights. Citing the D.K. Basu Vs. State of West Bengal case, the SHRC determined that ₹3 lakh was a “fair and reasonable” compensation to the victim’s family.
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